University of California, Los Angeles Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science 38 courses
The Computer Science and Engineering curriculum at UCLA provides students with the education and training necessary to design, implement, test, and utilize the hardware and software of digital computers and digital systems. The curriculum has components spanning both the Computer Science and Electrical and Computer Engineering departments. The curriculum covers all aspects of computer systems from electronic design through logic design, MSI, LSI, and VLSI concepts; device utilization, machine language design, implementation and programming, operating system concepts, systems programming, networking fundamentals, and higher-level language skills; and their application. Students are prepared for employment in a wide spectrum of high-technology industries. The computer science and engineering program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission and the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. The Computer Science and Engineering major is a designated capstone major. Computer Science and Engineering students complete a major product design course. Graduates are expected to apply the basic mathematical and scientific concepts that underlie modern computer science and engineering; design a software or digital hardware system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints; function productively with others as part of a team; identify, formulate, and solve computer software- and hardware-related engineering problems; and demonstrate effective communication skills.
Preparation for the Major
Complete 18 courses as follows:
Preparation for the Major: Computer Science M51A or Electrical and Computer Engineering M16
Select one course from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM SCI M51A | Logic Design of Digital Systems | 4 |
| EC ENGR M16 | Logic Design of Digital Systems | 4 |
Preparation for the Major: Physics 4AL or 4BL
Select one course from:
The Major
Complete 19 courses as follows: 10 required courses, one probability course, one capstone design course, one electrical and computer engineering elective, three computer science electives, and three courses (12 units) of technical breath.
The Major: Computer Science M151B or Electrical and Computer Engineering M116C
Select one course from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM SCI M151B | Computer Systems Architecture | 4 |
| EC ENGR M116C | Computer Systems Architecture | 4 |
The Major: Computer Science M152A or Electrical and Computer Engineering M116L
Select one course from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM SCI M152A | Introductory Digital Design Laboratory | 2 |
| EC ENGR M116L | Introductory Digital Design Laboratory | 2 |
The Major: Probability
Select one course from:
The Major: Capstone Design
Complete the following course:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM SCI 152B | Digital Design Project Laboratory | 4 |
The Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering Elective
Complete a minimum of 4 units and one elective course from Electrical and Computer Engineering 101A through M185.
The Major: Computer Science Elective
Complete a minimum of 12 units and three elective courses from Computer Science 111 through CM187, and up to 8 units of Computer Science 188.
The Major: Technical Breadth
Complete 12 units of technical breadth courses from an approved list available in the Office of Academic and Student Affairs. Students who want to deepen their knowledge of electrical engineering are encouraged to select that discipline as their technical breadth area.
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